19 Below are the 2021 recipients: Grants for Educational Institutions ($15,500): Fairleigh Dickinson University General Education Scholarship ($2,500) • Rachel Whiteman • Lanesa Mahon • Munachim Ezema • Taneisa Grier • Kendra Cutcher • Elaine Kim • Danielle Erickson Roumelia Alina Diversity and Inclusion Scholarship ($5,000) • Dejour Waite • Munachim Ezema • Kendra Cutcher • Jessenia Castro • Raihaanah Safee • Lanesa Mahon NYSCC SPONSORS SCC EVENTS - Uniting, supporting & embracing sister chapters • FLSCC – Florida Sunscreen Symposium • CaliSCC – California Suppliers’ Day • IFSCC Conference (Virtual) – Cancun, Mexico • SCC 75th Annual Scientific Meeting & Showcase, NYC EXPANDED PARTNERSHIPS – Outreach to increase membership and drive attendance to our flagship, Suppliers’ Day included enhanced plans with existing partners and new alliances: • SCC, IFSCC • HAPPI, Personal Care Global, C&T, Global Cosmetic Industry, SpecialChem ONLINE, SOFW, Expression Cosmetique, Euro Cosmetics, HPC Today, Pure Beauty, C&EN, Beauty Horizons, Beauty Packaging, Industries Cosmetiques, SPRAY Technology, CosmeticsDesign, Specialty Chemicals – UK, Cosmetics Business, COSSMA, Beauty Influencers, WWD • PCPC, IBA, CEW, IKW, Fragrance Creators’ Association, ACS, ABC • PECLERS PARIS • FCE COSMETIQUE • COSMETISCOPE – NYSCC’s flagship publication spearheaded by Roger McMullen is a key component of the overall strategy in highlighting the education, content and networking that sustains Suppliers’ Day and all programs thousands of clicks/downloads are generated by this publication. NEW & EXPANDED PROGRAMS: …The NYSCC Podcast: “The Science Behind the Art” brings all levels of expertise together to learn more about what cosmetic science is, how to make a career out of it, and tips and tricks from the best in the field. This is a space where all career types come together and demonstrate their passion for all things beauty! Key milestones included: • 15 episodes for a total of 426 minutes of content • Over 21 countries were reached with over 2500 plays • Conversations with scientists, marketers, sun care experts, fragrance creators, hair lovers, technology-driven individuals, world travelers, but most importantly, individuals who share a passion for cosmetic science. … Boosting our educational program and member communications, the Scientific Advisory Committee (chaired by Hani Fares), produced industry blogs – many of which complemented monthly programming. 8 blogs were crafted generating 15,894 visits to the blog posts fueled by the “blog” newsletter, Cosmetiscope and more.

20 …INDIE 360 Program/Pavilion debuted at Suppliers’ Day. an immersive educational and sourcing experience, providing up and coming indie brands with the insight, information, and resources needed to succeed. It featured a half-day conference (chaired by Luciana Coutinho, Luluble and 2022 NYSCC Secretary), and an INDIE PAVILION with curated, newer to market companies utilizing unique ingredients and formulations. These innovators had the spotlight with the inaugural NYSCC Suppliers’ Day PEOPLE’S CHOICE AWARD which allowed attendees to cast their vote for the most innovative brand in ingredients, delivery, and branding/packaging. The inaugural winner of this award was SKIN MODERNE: a brand relentless in the pursuit of clean, effective, skincare and technology. Plans to expand the scope of this initiative are already underway for 2022. …The Future Chemists Workshop (chaired by John Carola,) hosted dozens of college students from Rutgers, Fairleigh Dickinson University, Long Island University, Montclair State University, Fashion Institute of Technology and The University of Toledo who competed in mini-challenges for the best formulation. …Student involvement was further enhanced with the expansion of the MENTOR/MENTEE Program debuting a formal “matching” at NYSCC Suppliers’ Day. The MENTORSHIP initiative was supported over the course of 2021 with programs offered specifically for those entering the workforce and navigating a difficult environment created by COVID. NYSCC also co-sponsored the SCC NATIONAL CAREER FAIR at Suppliers’ Day. …To enhance exhibitor and attendee interaction at Suppliers’ Day, year-round engagement was offered with COSMETIC RAWS: a robust, searchable database that allows Suppliers’ Day exhibiting companies to upload almost unlimited information on their raw materials/ingredients. This is made available to members, Suppliers’ Day attendees and more on a complimentary basis. … A “Press & Friends” Reception was held during SCC National’s 75th Tech Symposium. Dozens of press, association partners, and industry friends were gathered and thanked for their continued support of NYSCC and all its programs, giving us a voice to the industry at large. We hope to hold this event internationally in the future. The 2021 NYSCC Executive Board: Chair: Susanna Fernandes – TriK Chair-Elect: Giorgio Dell’Acqua – Nutrafol Treasurer: Mohamed Abdulla – Oxiteno Secretary: Leor Fay Tal - Gattefosse USA Adviser: Giorgino Macalino – Estee Lauder Companies Big thanks to all the Committee chairs and subcommittees, Event chairs, Speakers, Awards finalists and winner, Education night sponsors, Program events’ sponsors, Suppliers’ Day exhibitors and sponsors, Membership and sister chapters, SCC and IFSCC Keep NYSCC’s strong momentum going: Register Now for SUPPLIERS’ DAY, May 3-4, 2022 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center in New York. Ohio Valley After nearly an entire year of webinar meetings in 2020, like many other chapters, we were faced with the tough decision to schedule an in-person meeting or utilize a remote, virtual session. Each meeting was considered individually as the time approached,